1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Ford 49
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford 49 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford 49 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford 49 (175 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 2001 Ford 49 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 2001 Ford 49 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | 49 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1298 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |